Interesting to see Sharks, Manly Eels and Raiders all settled in the Top 8 at the moment. If they are all to stay it means that four teams that made it last year will fall out. Panthers look gone, Dogs are dodgy, though with Sonny Bill and a few other stars back they may squeak in and if they do, look out. Cowboys and Broncos are dead certs. An interesting battle which will develop over the next few weeks. St G and the Roosters are all wildcards in this picture as both should make it, but they can't afford to give too much of a head start. Any thoughts on this matter??
I still reckon the Dogs can make a late charge and the Storm could be in trouble if they don't become more consistant. But I agree with Crusher that the Raiders minus Smith will drop out.
i wouldnt call the raiders settled. a few weeks ago they were outright 1st, now they are 7th. Definatly looks liek they are making way for the saints
raiders won't make the 8. imo the 8 will consist of sea eagles, broncos, cowboys, sharks, eels, roosters, dragons, storm.
